Happy Halloween!

I hope you have a safe and fun Halloween! 

Starting tomorrow, Stampin' Up! is releasing our new Stampin' Blends!  These are new alcohol markers that make coloring so much easier.  And with the color remover, you can remove your darker color for a lighter shade.  These are wonderful for floral, birds, leaves, etc!  

Stop in today and check the new blends out!

 Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Gift Boxes

Here are some cute little gift boxes I made for Christmas.  Imagine receiving one of these with a ring, earrings, or a necklace in it?  You'd never guess what was inside.  

This first one I used the new Merry Little Christmas Designer Series Papers.  I used a retired stamp set, White Christmas, for the words and snow flakes.  

This box is made using the same papers!

And this box is made using retired designer series papers and stamp sets.

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Pizza Box Scrapbook

Here is another project Paula, Pam and I worked on. This is new and I felt like I needed to have more than one on the shelf! I used the new Stampin' Up! Pizza boxes to make these. I can't wait to make some more 3X3 cards to put inside some of these! For today, though, here is a scrapbook!

You get 8 boxes for $6 (144645)!! And Stampin' Up! has the 3X3 white envelopes (145829) (40 envelopes for $9.00) in the Holiday Catalog as well! You may want to stock on up both of these items if you fall in love with the pizza box! My inspiration came from Pinterest and fellow demonstrators.

We used the Merry Little Christmas Designer Series Papers (144621) on this project.

And if you received your October Paper Pumpkin, you will see this kit coordinates with this DSP.

Happy Crafting!

Desiree'

Shout Out to Paula and Pam

First, a big shout of THANKS to Paula and Pam for stopping in and helping me play this weekend! I had a fabulous time. Here's one of the items we put together. I have two kits available using a variety of colors. This one I made specifically for fall.

I repurposed the thicker cardboard from Stampin' Up! Specialty Designer Series papers and cut them down to size. I used retired Designer Series Papers for this project.

Creating the explosion portion of this scrapbook is easy once you do a couple of them. This is now ready for pictures and journaling!

Contact me with questions or comments! I love hearing from you.

Happy Crafting!

Desiree'

Stampin' Blends

Do you remember the Stampin' Up! Blendabilities?  These were alcohol markers that we used in some of our projects four years ago!  Well, the manufacturer had issues with the tips drying out and Stampin' Up! pulled the product lined.  

Are you ready for November?  We now have Stampin' Up! new product -- Stampin' Blends. These will be available to you on November 1st!  When we received notice these were coming and we were given the opportunity to purchase, I was hesitant to share.  Why?  Because the customer availability date was UNKNOWN!  Now we can share and play so you can purchase these in November!

Stop in my store, Desiree's Craftroom, located inside the Branson Mill Craft Village to see a demonstration on our new Stampin' Blends. Already have alcohol markers? Come check ours out and compare!

I have the old Blendabilities and the new Stampin' Blends for comparison.  

I hope you will stop in and see me!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Cone Ornaments

My Cone Wreaths that I posted a little while back were a hit!  So I had this idea to make these into ornaments.  I've done these a long time ago, so wanted to refresh the ornament.

I was sitting in the doctor's office, curling 3 inch and 2 inch squares.  For those wondering what I was doing, here is the finished products.  I used Stampin' Up! papers, the new Foil Snowflakes, and some of my favorite stamp sets.  

Here are the 2" ornaments done both ways:

If you would like to learn how to make these, contact me to schedule a class.  In this class, I would have you make two ornaments -- one with cones towards you and one with cones reversed.  I like both ways and hope you do too!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Need Christmas Cards?

Today's share is a card I made last year but added some "bling" to it.  As you may recall, I made this card and offered it as a class.  Well, I have lots of supplies still cut so I'm offering you the opportunity to come in at your leisure and make some cards! 

Each card can be different by switching out the papers and/or ornaments.  You will be able to use my Big Shot and Ornament dies to embellish your cards.  If you want more bling, you can even add rhinestones or pearls to each center ornament!

I like to do classes after lunch, so anytime after 1 PM - provided I don't have a class scheduled (check my Upcoming Events tab), you are welcome to come in and make these cards.   Each card will be $2.50.  You decide how many you want to make.

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Season of Style Paper Pumpkin

Just a reminder that you need to sign up by 11:50 pm (MT) tonight if you would like to receive October's Paper Pumpkin kit.  

If you attended my World Card Making day, we talked about what comes with your Paper Pumpkin Kit.  I also showed you some items that I have made using the various kits.  

If you missed out, stop in today at my store, Desiree's Craftroom, located inside the Branson Mill Craft Village and see the September Paper Pumpkin kit in person.  

I won't get my kit until the 18th of October, but I do love surprises and am excited to get mine.  Do you have your Christmas crafts/cards all done?  If not, you may want to consider getting these cute Paper Pumpkin kits in October and November!  If you already have your cards done, you may want to get a head start on next year's ideas!!

Simply click on this link, paperpumpkin.com. and enroll before it's too late!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Two More Days!

We only have two more days to take advantage of Stampin' Up! stamp sale.  In case you forgot or missed the post, here are the stamp sets that are on sale.

Remember, though, if you want the coordinating dies/punches, you will save even more money by ordering the bundles!

I'm sorry to report that Fast Fuse is not available.  We had such a resounding response to this sale, that Stampin' Up ran out of a 2 year supply in five days.  YES, FIVE days!  Don't worry though, as soon as more comes in, Stampin' Up! will offer this for another FIVE days so we will have the opportunity to purchase for the whole 10-day period.

If you missed out on World Card Making day, don't worry!  I still have a few supplies left.  Just come in and let me know this is what you would like to do.  

Also, I updated my Events tab to include an Explosion Scrapbook class.  If you plan on attending, please RSVP so I have enough supplies cut.  I have a couple of ladies coming in from out of town that want to make one of these.  Come join in the fun!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Happy World Card Making Day

What are you doing/making today?  Stop in at Desiree's Craftroom, located inside the Branson Mill Craft Village between 1-3 PM today and you can make this FREE Make and Take card.  

You will learn a little bit about stamping, Paper Pumpkin, and Stampin' Up!

Hope to see you this afternoon!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Make and Take for World Cardmaking Day

Here is the card we'll be making tomorrow on World Cardmaking Day. I used October's Paper Pumpkin kit and Stampin' Up! Whisper White note cards.

Inspiration came from Chic n Scratch and Rogene C. So stop in tomorrow from 1-3 to see what Paper Pumpkin is about and what you can make. I hope to see you tomorrow in Desiree's Craftroom, located inside the Branson Mill Craft Village!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

World Card Making Day

Did you know this Saturday is World Cardmaking Day?  Stop in on Saturday, 1-3 pm, and make a card!  I'll be at the Branson Mill Craft Village, hosting this event.  I will have supplies cut and ready for you to create a card for any occasion.  We'll even leave the inside blank so you can fill it in later!  

Have a special someone who needs a card NOW?  You are welcome to use my different phrase stamp sets to complete your card there on the spot!

What's the cost of this event?  One card is FREE, more than one card will be $2.50 each.  If you need instruction or would like to earn FREE Stampin' Up! product, host a party and I'll create two cards for your guests to create.  Be sure to let your friends know what you are working towards so they will get excited for you!  Any purchases they make earn you points for FREE product!  

Contact me today to schedule a date for your Stampin' Up! party.

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'


Today I'll be working on that card for Saturday so look for pictures soon!

Designer Series Papers - Buy 3 Get one FREE

Stampin' Up! is celebrating World Card Making Day -- one of the many sales going on right now! From October 1-31 when you purchase 3 packs of Designer Series Paper, get the 4th pack free!

Be sure to contact me with any questions!

Happy Crafting,
Desiree'